Khan's Grocer

The Khan's Grocer: Marco Polo and the Food That Built an Empire, and how a Venetian Merchant Discovered Pasta, Pepper, and a New World of FlavorThis book (The Khan's Grocer) examines the life and adventures of Marco Polo, tracing his roots to Venice, a city pivotal in Eastern trade. It commences with the expedition of Marco's father and uncle to meet Kublai Khan, who return with a golden passport ...